Frequently asked questions for Niq 200mg Tablet DT

Frequently asked questions for Nimesulide

Q. Is Niq an antibiotic?

Niq is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug) which helps in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions.

Q. Can I take Niq with paracetamol?

Niq and paracetamol belong to the same class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). Taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.

Q. Does Niq contain aspirin?

Niq is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.

Q. Is Niq safe?

Niq is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Can I take Niq for headache?

Niq can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.

Q. Does Niq make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?

Niq does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Niq can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).

Q. Does Niq contain sulphur?

No, Niq does not contain sulphur.

Q. What does Niq treat or used for?

Niq is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.

Q. Can I take Niq with ibuprofen?

Niq can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.<br>

Q. Can I take Niq with aspirin?

Niq can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Is Niq safe?

Yes, Niq is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Niq banned?

No, Niq is not banned in India.

Q. Is Niq safe during breastfeeding?

It is not known if Niq is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Niq are not to be used during breastfeeding.

Q. Is Niq safe in pregnancy?

No, Niq is not safe to be used in pregnancy especially in the last three months. There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking Niq in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.

Q. Is Niq safe in asthma?

Niq is reported to be safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. However, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.